Community Health NP - Elevate Wellness in Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Community Health Nurse Practitioner in Stellenbosch, Western Cape to deliver primary healthcare, health education and disease prevention to individuals and families in the community. This role emphasizes clinical excellence and strong patient interactions within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include health assessments, diagnosing common illnesses, prescribing within regulations, counseling on prevention, wound care, and developing community

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing with NP specialization.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current and valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, with at least 2 years in NP role.
• Experience in primary healthcare, family medicine or community health nursing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and diagnose common illnesses.
• Prescribe medications as authorized by regulations.
• Provide counseling and education on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Perform minor procedures and wound care.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Manage patient caseloads, follow-up care, and referrals.
• Conduct community outreach programs and health screenings.
• Maintain confidential patient health records.
• Advocate for patients’ health needs and facilitate access to services.
• Contribute to community health initiatives in Stellenbosch.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Clinical decision-making

Patient communication

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Education

Master’s in Nursing (NP)

SANC NP registration

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Community Health Nurse Practitioner in Stellenbosch, Western Cape to deliver primary healthcare, health education and disease prevention to individuals and families in the community. This role emphasizes clinical excellence and strong patient interactions within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include health assessments, diagnosing common illnesses, prescribing within regulations, counseling on prevention, wound care, and developing community